Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara announced a February 12 meeting to decide on M Chinnaswamy Stadium's clearance for cricket matches. The decision hinges on the Karnataka State Cricket Association's compliance with safety requirements following a fatal stampede last year. A committee is reviewing the KSCA's adherence to the Justice Cunha Commission's report and safety recommendations.
Karnataka Government Employee Steals Gold, Cash From State Minister's Office
A Karnataka government employee has been arrested for allegedly stealing a bag containing gold ornaments and cash from the office of Byrathi Suresh, the state Urban Development and Town Planning Minister.
Ethanol Allocation Framework Needs Review as Capacity Expands: BIEPA
New Delhi [India], February 11: The Bharat Independent Ethanol Producers Association (BIEPA) has drawn attention to the potential implications of an interim order passed by the Hon'ble Karnataka High Court on ethanol allocation, noting that it highlights the need for a balanced and consultative approach to sustain India's independent ethanol production ecosystem.
Environmentalists oppose proposed tunnel road on the stretch
Karnataka Bank Q3 PAT rises 3% to Rs 291 cr
Karnataka Bank reported a 2.5% increase in standalone net profit to Rs 290.79 crore, on a 0.51% decline in total income to Rs 2,522.35 crore in Q3 FY26 compared with Q3 FY25.
Congress Functionary Booked for Dancing With Pistol at Wedding in Karnataka
A video of the act was circulated widely on social media platforms, prompting the police to take note of the incident
Karnataka Bandh February 12: Karnataka braces for a nationwide Bharat Bandh on Thursday as trade unions protest the Centre's four new labour codes, which they argue weaken worker rights. The strike is expected to disrupt banking, transport, and daily services across the state, with residents advised to plan ahead for potential delays and closures.
Karnataka Woman Fakes Kidnapping, Injuries. She Wanted To Study In A City
The student had initially told police that the car's number plate was covered with cloth, three masked men were involved, and that her bag was taken away by the kidnappers.
At Nalwar, she inspected several government institutions, including the Raitha Samparka Kendra, Primary Health Centre, anganwadi, residential hostel and the nadakacheri (government office), and reviewed the functioning of various departments
Relief to lakhs: Bluru added to 50% HRA exemption list in I-T draft rules
Premium pours trump price pain as Ktaka excise revenue booms
Actress Tamannaah Bhatia's appointment as KSDL brand ambassador sparked controversy, with critics questioning the choice of a non-Kannada speaker. The government defended the decision, citing merit and business strategy, highlighting the brand's wider market reach beyond Karnataka. Bhatia unveiled 57 refreshed products, aiming to boost KSDL's global presence.
Karnataka Bank consolidated net profit rises 2.55% in the December 2025 quarter
Total Operating Income decline 1.02% to Rs 2220.05 crore
In addition, 1,280 cases have been registered under the Karnataka Police Act against individuals disturbing public peace
Paying rent in Bengaluru? Your tax math may change with proposed 50% House Rent Allowance exemption
Bengaluru's salaried employees are set for a significant tax boost as draft rules propose a 50% House Rent Allowance exemption, aligning the city with Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai. This move, expected to benefit lakhs facing high rentals, raises the deduction ceiling and offers tangible savings. The inclusion marks a welcome shift, finally recognizing Bengaluru's economic stature.
Karnataka Congress MLA Flaunts Guns In Reel On 'Fa9la' Song, Probe On
A Congress leader has courted trouble by making a reel replicating the popular song Fa9la from the blockbuster movie 'Dhurandhar'.
Biklu Shiva murder case: Karnataka High Court rejects anticipatory bail to BJP MLA - Deccan Herald
Biklu Shiva murder case: Karnataka High Court rejects anticipatory bail to BJP MLA Deccan Herald
CM Naidu seeks Central support for irrigation and infrastructure projects in A.P.
He expresses concern over Karnatakas move to increase height of Almatti dam and seeks 32,000 crore for Polavaram Phase-II and Makhana Development Board in Kolleru region
Fake Facebook account in Bengaluru police chiefs name sparks probe
Bengalurus Kanakapura Road project: Model corridor on paper, mess on the ground
Bengaluru Metro users face UPI payment issues
Anjanapura residents on edge as leopard evades capture
About 40% of Bengalureans may have MASLD: Study
With cut-off lowered, another 2,357 students register for Karnataka NEET-PG
Karnataka legislators bail plea in murder case rejected
Midnight house break-in in Chikkaballapur district turns bizarre as thief falls asleep
Paramour not a relative, cant be booked under IPC Section 498A: Karnataka high court
Vidhana Soudha staffer arrested for stealing visitors gold, cash in Bengaluru
Bengaluru businessman gets 200 SMS alerts, bank says accounts hacked
CID begins hunt for Byrathi Basavaraj
Mysore Sandal Makers Get Tamannaah as Brand Ambassador
The company reported its highest turnover so far at Rs,1,787 crore in 2024-25, and attributed it to steady leadership over three years. Profit rose to Rs.451 crore and dividend payouts to the Karnataka government increased to Rs.134.84 crore.
Karnataka High Court denies anticipatory bail to BJP MLA BA Basavaraja in Bengaluru murder case
The Karnataka High Court has rejected anticipatory bail for BJP legislator BA Basavaraja. This decision comes in a case related to the murder of Shivaprakash, also known as Bikla Shiva. The court's order cancels previous interim protection from arrest. Basavaraja, a former minister, now faces potential police action.
Father burns kids textbooks; cops fuel her dreams
Notification issued for recruitment of 750 surveyors: Byre Gowda
Aircraft crash: Ryot seeks Rs 5 lakh relief for cane crop loss
Four writers named for 2024 Mathoshri Ratnamma award
Congman in soup after gun-wielding dance video goes viral
Belagavi tops state in agriculture awards
Devadasi survey: 6,222 fresh applications still pending before taluk/district panels in Karnataka
Amid questions over the nearly 50% decline in the number of former Devadasis across 15 districts in Karnataka in the latest survey report, 6,222 fresh applications to be included in the list of former devadasis are pending before taluk/district-level committees
Legislator ridicules Yathindra, says 80-90 MLAs support Shivakumars CM bid
Signs of occult practices found on school premises
Will Meet Leaders Who Fix Appointment, Said Karnataka DyCM
Speculations are rife that central leadership summoned Shivakumar for a meeting reportedly over power sharing in Karnataka and ensuing Assembly election of Assam: Reports
No talk on chief minister switch in Delhi, but chatter over tussle grows
Priyank questions Bharat Ratna push for Savarkar
Drones to showcase Vijayanagaras glory at Hampi Utsav
Govt employee held as key accused in Rs 50L blackmail case
KUIDFC assures twin cities of water supply once in every 3 days by March 31
Rotary Midtown wins 15 awards at district conference
Hubballi APMC sees lower dry chilli arrivals while prices soar
Gali Janardhana Reddy criticises CM
Greater Bengaluru elections offer Bengaluru MLAs opportunity to build cadre
Mild tremor felt in Vijayapura
Pyaas Foundation begins restoration of century-old well in Vadgaon
High command is like a temple: Minister Satish Jarkiholi
'Mysore Sandal Soap Opera': Iconic Brand Goes Global With Tamannaah Bhatia Amid Political Tug-Of-War
The BJP has accused Karnataka's Congress government of overlooking homegrown talent in favour of a non-Kannadiga face like Tamannaah
Survey identifies 23,395 former Devadasis in 15 districts of Karnataka
T20 WC: Namibia's Erasmus Admits 156 not Quite Enough After Loss To Netherlands
T20 World Cup: Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus admitted his side fell short in their seven-wicket defeat to the Netherlands at the Mens T20 World Cup, saying the toss and missed opportunities played a role, but admitted that a score of 156 was never going to be quite enough. I felt like it was a decent toss for them to win. He also said he thought it was a good toss to win, seeing the amount of stick the spin got in those first and third overs. So, that's a cricketing thing, and it's out of your control that you can't really control the toss, as maybe they got a little bit better conditions. But that's not in our control -- what was in our control was the bat and ball. I thought the guys stuck to it on the sticky surface in that first bit of the game to try and build up to 160 as opposed to bash your way there, Erasmus told reporters in the mixed zone at the conclusion of the game. He said Namibia had structured their innings well until the halfway mark, but failed to capitalise late on. Pretty tough to just head out to try and hit boundaries. So I thought we did a decent job until the halfway mark, until the 10th, 11th over to be at 70-odd or 80-odd. After over 12 or so, we were on course to maybe get a 165, 170 score, and maybe have a bit more free time. So to an extent, the batters did structure it quite well. But then obviously, those last three overs we didn't quite capitalise with the run out here and there, and just didn't top up the innings at the end of it. 150 (156) these days, probably not quite enough. The guys have such good bats. It just feels like the '50s isn't quite enough, he added. Reflecting on his own dismissal to Bas de Leede, Erasmus said, I felt like it was kind of the part of the game where it's getting a little bit easier with the ball, just getting a little bit softer. Doesn't have all of that stuff like we saw and didnt get in the power play. I felt like taking the positive option, still thought we had to get 165, 170, even though the wicket is tough. As you said, got a good start and then felt the ball was there to hit over mid-wicket. But it's probably that kind of length that is quite difficult because the surface is really in play when you bang it in. It's probably that kind of length that is quite tough. Didn't quite get it over, and we didn't get 160 and didn't quite defend it. So it feels like a day where we just had a little bit not enough, not enough, not enough all the time. It happens in cricket, but I'm still proud of the boys that they got up to that 150 mark and fought sort of against the conditions. But still you have to own up to the performance, still have to own up to the fact that we lost a cricketing game and we're disappointed at that. We want to put our badge out there as one that's proud and put our cricketing nation at the forefront of it. So we'll be fighting hard through the rest of the group stage to try and get wins, he elaborated. Looking ahead to their clash against India on Thursday, Erasmus acknowledged the scale of the challenge. It can be overwhelming, I guess. As a human, it can be overwhelming when you've been thrown things that you haven't ever seen in your life. But in saying that, I think we're obviously going to approach it positively. We're going to see it as an opportunity under lights to play against the best team in the world and in front of 50,000 fans. I don't know how many are going to come in, but it's going to be just a day of opportunity for us. If we see it in that positive light, the side things like playing under lights and playing in front of so many fans and playing against the best players in the world will be a little bit more of a side issue, and you can focus a bit more on yourself and bring your skill set. He also praised Namibias supporters travelling to India for cheering them in various cities. Yes, they are very proud. You should have seen how loud they were when we beat the Proteus. It's really a prideful type of, I can almost say, a family-oriented kind of support system that we have back home. Being a small population, it's a very tight one, so connecting with the fans is quite easy, and they being a part of what we do is quite easy, and we really welcome that. So it's nice to see so many people out there. I think the touring party is more than 25 or 30 this year. That's awesome for us to have. Very special, I guess that's the reason you play cricket, it's for the fans, for the entertainment. Then obviously, as a career, you want to make your family proud as well. So all in all it's going to be a very cool moment for them to also see the India game. Erasmus highlighted Namibias ties with Indian cricket and the support they have received from the country. We have very nice ties with the BCCI. We have exchange programs where we've played against Karnataka, Punjab, and Assam over the years. We come there, they go here. After the game against India, they're going to give us light (teams). We've played in Greater Noida in the I-Cup a while back in 2016. I was part of that game. I've been to Delhi once or twice before, but this is our first white-ball tournament or game here. Seeing 6,139 fans out in New Delhi was also heartening for Erasmus. These were two neutral teams, and you still saw quite a few fans out there today. That goes to show cricket is such a massive thing in India. I've had that feeling in the franchise and in previous World Cups. We've had that feeling of how the energy stems from the subcontinent and the Indian community. That was again awesome to see a bunch of fans out there today in a neutral game. The India game is going to be a ramp-up, but it's awesome to have the World Cup here. It's definitely where world cricket's energy stems from these days. That's why it's so nice as a player to be able to experience that and to give back to those people. They are the reason cricket happens and why we play. On consultant coach Gary Kirsten, Erasmus said, I've mostly answered this question in two folds. Obviously, as you said, the Indian knowledge, the knowledge of the players and conditions around, is definitely there. Cricket is a game played according to the roles of the conditions, so a very healthy member of the squad to have in that sense, or a positive force to have in. That was again awesome to see a bunch of fans out there today in a neutral game. The India game is going to be a ramp-up, but it's awesome to have the World Cup here. It's definitely where world cricket's energy stems from these days. That's why it's so nice as a player to be able to experience that and to give back to those people. They are the reason cricket happens and why we play. Also Read: Live Cricket Score If you have that good relationship of trust, you tend to share more easily as a batter, especially your first skills, you tend to share information a lot quicker, a lot more healthily, and I've really enjoyed working with him because he's a great human, he said. Article Source: IANS
Students from Karnataka can practice as nurses in Kerala, says HC
Several BSc Nursing students from nursing colleges in Karnataka were being denied registration in Kerala
Karnataka Resurvey Identifies 23,395 Former Devadasi Women
The report, prepared by the Department of Women and Child Development and Empowerment of the Differently Abled and Senior Citizens, along with the Karnataka State Womens Development Corporation, has now been submitted to the State government.
Karnataka Bank Q3 net up 2.54% at 290.79 crore
Interest income down a tad at 792.06 crore
Indian Green Building Council regional chapters promoting construction of eco-friendly structures
Industry growth skewed towards Bengaluru; Kalyana Karnataka needs focused push, says KKCCI President
'Support of all 136 MLAs': Karnataka deputy CM DK Shivakumar amid power tussle over CM post
Karnataka: Minister Patil urges global health experts to unite & build stronger nations
Karnataka's medical education minister Dr. Sharan Prakash R Patil addressed the World Health Exhibition in Dubai. He emphasized Karnataka's advancements in medical education and healthcare. Dr. Patil called for global cooperation to strengthen nations through improved health. The exhibition features extensive global participation and showcases new medical technologies. He also visited Aster DM Healthcare and inaugurated Thumbay Medicity.
Liquor revenues on course but dropping sales worry distillers, retailers in Karnataka
Karnataka is on track to meet its 40,000 crore excise revenue target for 202526 despite a fall in liquor consumption after repeated tax hikes. The excise department has collected 33,371 crore in the first 10 months, up 3,911 crore or 13.72% from the same period last year, helped by higher levies even as sales slowed.
18 arrested for cheating in Army recruitment exam; high-tech devices seized
Shivakumar skips Budget meeting, attends party meeting in Delhi
The power-sharing tussle within the Karnataka Congress appeared to escalate as Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar skipped a pre-Budget meeting of two key departments and travelled to New Delhi, sharpening focus on internal party tensions
Land available for ARAI facility in Mandya, says M.B. Patil
The Karnataka government has announced the availability of 100 acres in Mandya for the establishment of the countrys first Construction and Infrastructure Equipment Testing facility proposed at an estimated cost of 500 crore
Hubballi-Dharwad Mayor promises water supply once in three days in coming months
Jyoti Patil gave the ruling on the issue taking into consideration the assurance given by officials of Karnataka Urban Infrastructure Development and Finance Corporation and representatives of L&T company.
Anthropic vs Anthropic? Karnataka Firm Seeks Rs 90 Lakh In Name Dispute
A Karnataka-based software firm has moved court against US artificial intelligence company Anthropic, alleging that the latter's entry into India has caused customer confusion due to the shared use of the company name.
Karnataka BJP MLA faces prospect of arrest in murder case after HC declines bail
The Bengaluru Police had named BJP MLA BA Basavaraja among several people as accused in an FIR on charges of conspiracy and murder. He, however, moved the high court praying for quashing of the FIR. The court, however, directed the police not to take coercive action against him, protecting him from arrest.
Responding to allegations that the State government had sought the fare hike, the Deputy Chief Minister maintained that the decision had been taken much earlier by an independent fare fixation committee
Karnataka Congress Leader Seen Dancing To 'Dhurandhar' Song With Gun. He Claims It Was A Toy
Mateen Patel issued a clarification stating that the object in the video was not a real gun but a toy lighter-gun.
'Anti-Kannada Mindset': BJP Slams Congress Over Tamannaah Bhatia As Mysore Sandal Soap's New Face
Tamannaah Bhatia will serve a two-year term as brand ambassador of state-run KSDL, the maker of Karnatakas iconic, century-old Mysuru Sandal Soap.
Karnataka villagers unearth buried pot of gold during house construction, but its not what you think
A routine construction in Lakkundi unearthed a pot of gold ornaments, sparking local excitement. However, the State Archaeology Department clarified the find, dating back nearly 1,000 years, consists of ordinary household jewellery, not royal treasure. The family who discovered the gold seeks its return or compensation, while it remains in official custody.
This Karnataka village found buried gold during constructionbut its not a treasure. Heres why
A routine foundation dig in Lakkundi, Karnataka, unearthed a pot of gold ornaments, sparking local excitement. Experts clarified it's ordinary household jewelry, likely buried for safekeeping a millennium ago. The discovery offers a glimpse into the lives of common residents during the Chalukya era.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has stated there is no confusion regarding the leadership issue involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. He warned party members against making public statements on the matter. Shivakumar added that discussions have occurred with the Congress high command.
With the rejection of his petition, the interim anticipatory bail granted on December 26, 2025 got cancelled giving free hand to the CID to arrest him
Drunk Thief Falls Asleep Mid-Robbery, Caught Inside The Very House In Karnataka
Police said Devaraju had consumed excessive alcohol and was unable to make his exit. Instead, he reportedly sat on a sofa inside the house and fell asleep.
Canada should take action against killers of Chandan Kumar: HM Parameshwara
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has urged the Canadian government to take stern action against those responsible for the suspected targeted killing of Bengaluru techie Chandan Kumar in Toronto. Kumar's grieving parents have appealed to Indian authorities to expedite the repatriation of his body from Canada.
The Naikwadi couple adopted Somashekar and his younger brother Vasant 20 years ago when the children were orphaned. Their parents died in a road accident and they had no immediate relatives.
Shivakumar to meet party leaders in Delhi
Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar will go to New Delhi to meet party leaders on Tuesday, February 10. I will be meeting the party leaders who have called me to Delhi. During the visit, I will also meet Union Water Resource Minister C R Patil and legal counsels as well, he told Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
AI-first skilling takes centre stage as 2,000 Bengaluru students earn Samsung certifications
Samsung Innovation Campus has certified 2,000 students in Bengaluru with industry-recognized skills in Artificial Intelligence and Coding & Programming. This initiative aims to equip young learners with job-ready digital talent, strengthening Karnataka's innovation ecosystem and supporting India's ambition for a digitally skilled workforce. The program emphasizes practical application and employability, aligning with future work trends.
18,791 government schools in Karnataka have no land records
The government has now taken steps to bring The Karnataka School Education Department Properties Protection Bill 2025 or The Karnataka Protection of Government School/Colleges Properties Bill to register the properties of government schools in the name of the DSEL
Karnataka weighs big catch in blue economy with ocean framing policy: Priyank Kharge
Karnataka is set to boost innovation by focusing on AI and biotechnology. An ocean farming policy will unlock marine opportunities. The upcoming budget will prioritize the convergence of AI and biotech for advancements in life sciences, agriculture, and healthcare. The state is also creating a sustainable data framework. New startups in areas like green energy and desalination are emerging.
Despite a fever, Amit Trivedi lights up Bengaluru concert
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